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J559 CET

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,113 mi
Last recorded135,113 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ559 CET
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 135,113 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 134,999 miles

suspension and steering compounds showing signs of corrosion

Pass 28 Sep 2017 134,976 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 133,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2012 130,984 miles

Nearside front steering track rod end nut locking device missing.

Pass 24 Jun 2011 127,034 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 127,034 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

rear coil springs very rusty / both chassis legs show damage

Pass 22 Jun 2010 122,058 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,492 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 114,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 96,502 miles

both chissis damaged

o/s front shocker as noise but damping effect ok

Fail 9 Jun 2007 96,502 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

both chissis damaged

o/s front shocker as noise but damping effect ok

Pass 1 Jul 2006 87,388 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 87,388 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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J559 CET is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J559 CET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J559 CET registered?

J559 CET is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J559 CET safe to buy?

The MOT history for J559 CET shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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